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Global Y Trainee Programme 2024
SAY YES TO AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER INTERNSHIP JOURNEY!
【Introduction】
Through offering overseas service internship opportunities, the Global Y Trainee Programme has served over 1,000 students since it was first launched in 2004. The Programme has continually received positive feedback from students. To expose yourself to foreign cultures, unleash your potential to serve the overseas community and expand your horizon, do not hesitate and apply for the Programme now!
By joining this Programme, you are expected to:
Gain an overseas working experience and develop positive working attitudes;
Enrich your global outlook and explore your potential;
Strengthen your leadership, communication skills and sense of responsibility, to enhance your employability in your future careers;
Build precious friendships with people from different backgrounds.
【Programme Features】
4-10 weeks or 6 months service internship at a designated overseas YMCA service centre/campsite
Joint-U & non-academic
Valuable cultural exchange opportunities
Well-structured pre-departure trainings
One-on-one support from staff of University & College YMCA Department and overseas YMCA
【Programme Details】
Eligibility: Full time local students/ 2023 or 2024 graduates aged 18-29 with valid University & College YMCA membership (Membership application is open all-year-round. CLICK HERE for membership application.)
Internship Period:
Option A: June to Mid-August 2024
Option B: June to December 2024 (for 2023 & 2024 graduates only)
Scope of work: Youth & Children Service, Camp Service, Teaching or Administrative Supports etc.
Internship Duties:
Internship Locations: Please refer to the INFO PACK for more details. *
North America |
USA |
Europe |
Germany, Greece, Italy, Spain |
Asia |
South Korea, Taiwan, The Philippines, Laos, Japan |
Programme Fee: $6,500 up (varies with the internship locations) + $1,000 deposit
* The destination options will be updated from time to time. Please stay tuned!
【Additional Expenses to be paid by Trainees】
Round-trip flight tickets
Travel insurance
VISA application fee (if any)
Local transportation & other personal expenses
$1,000 deposit#
#The $1,000 deposit will be forfeited if the trainee fails to complete the followings by 13 September 2024 (for Summer Programme) or 17 January 2025(for Half-year Programme):
1. Attend all pre-departure training and post-trip activities (if any) and the evaluation meeting;
2. Submit a progress report of not less than 100 words in both Chinese and English with 3 working photos in the middle of the internship period;
3. Submit the Overseas Supervisor Feedback Form;
4. Submit a reflective journal of not less than 500 words in English, the online self-evaluation form and at least 10 working photos after the internship;
5. Prepare a 10-min presentation to summarise your internship experience for the evaluation meeting; and
6. Complete the Programme with satisfactory performance and full attendance.
【Programme Schedule】
22 Jan - 18 Feb 2024 |
Application Period of Global Y Trainee Programme |
By 21 Feb 2024 |
Interview invitation email to applicants *Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview |
22-23 Feb 2024 |
Interview (F2F) |
27 Feb 2024 |
Result Announcement |
1 Mar 2024 |
Acceptance of Offer (1st round) |
4 Mar 2024 |
Acceptance of Offer (2nd round) |
20-21 Apr 2024 |
Pre-Departure Training Camp (Overnight) |
May-Jun 2024 |
Online Briefing Session conducted by overseas YMCAs (if any) |
Jun-Mid Aug 2024 |
Internship Period (Summer) |
By 13 Sep 2024 |
Evaluation Meeting with staff of University & College YMCA Department |
Jun-Dec 2024 |
Internship Period (Half Year) |
By 17 Jan 2025 |
Evaluation Meeting with staff of University & College YMCA Department |
【Application Methods】
Online Application Form
Application deadline: 18 Feb 2024 (23:59)
Enquiry: 2431-1117 / [email protected]